Laura Bozzo remains in hospital, and those close to her say “it’s a miracle she is still alive”: what peritonitis is and why it can be so serious
The Peruvian TV host has been hospitalized in Mexico for about three weeks, in a restricted-access area, according to journalist Ernesto Buitrón. She was admitted with intestinal problems that, according to reports, were worsened by peritonitis. There is no official medical statement.
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Peruvian TV host Laura Bozzo remains in a private, restricted-access area of a hospital in Mexico, journalist Ernesto Buitrón told the newspaper Trome, in remarks reported by Infobae. She has been in hospital for about three weeks, and one of her daughters is with her.
“It’s a miracle she is still alive,” said someone who has known her for years.
Buitrón said Bozzo is “at the General Hospital, but in a special area, in a separate room,” and that a guard even stopped a photographer from entering. So far no official medical details have been released about her diagnosis, treatment or a discharge date. The available information indicates that her condition remains delicate.
False rumors and conflicting accounts
Her hospital stay has been marked by reports that wrongly announced her death and were later denied, Infobae reported. According to reports published by Infobae and Univision, Bozzo was rushed to hospital in Acapulco with intestinal problems that were worsened by peritonitis. Because there is no official medical statement, these details should be treated with caution.
What peritonitis is
MedlinePlus, from the U.S. National Library of Medicine, explains that peritonitis is inflammation of the peritoneum, the thin tissue that lines the inner wall of the abdomen and covers most of the abdominal organs. It is caused by a buildup of blood, body fluids or pus in the belly, and can result from other problems, such as a perforated organ or an infection.
The main symptom is a belly that is very painful or tender: the pain can get worse when touched or when moving, and the abdomen may look swollen or feel “board-like”. People with peritonitis often curl up or will not let anyone touch the area.
It is diagnosed with a physical exam, blood tests and imaging. The cause must be found and treated right away; treatment usually includes surgery, antibiotics or both. MedlinePlus warns that peritonitis can be deadly.
When to go to the emergency room
- Severe abdominal pain that does not go away or gets worse when you move.
- A hard, swollen belly or one that is very tender to the touch.
- Fever, vomiting, being unable to pass gas, or dizziness along with the pain.
If you have these symptoms, go to the emergency room or call your emergency number; do not wait for it to pass. Talk to your doctor if you have any doubts. We will update this story if the family or the hospital releases an official statement on the host’s health.
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